Charles Laughton: A Filmography, 1928-1962

This book is the first to provide an intimate examination of Charles Laughton's 54 films produced in Britain and Hollywood from 1928 to 1962, including technical credits, cast lists, publicity taglines, plot synopses, selected dialogue, Oscars won or nominated, and production commentaries. It also includes listings of his miscellaneous shorts and feature films, abandoned film projects, amateur and professional stage appearances, radio broadcasts, television broadcasts, and audio recordings. Appendices detail the studios, performers, and cinematographers of the Laughton films.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 249 pages
Publication date: 01 July 2021
Publisher: McFarland & Co Inc

Charles Laughton, the acclaimed Oscar-winning actor, translator of Bertolt Brecht's Galileo, and director of the iconic The Night of the Hunter, left an indelible mark on both the box office and the theatre. This captivating book, the first of its kind, delves into the comprehensive examination of Laughton's remarkable 54 films, which were produced in Britain and Hollywood from 1928 to 1962. Within its pages, you will find a treasure trove of information, including technical credits, cast lists, publicity taglines, plot synopses, selected dialogue, Oscars won or nominated, and production commentaries. Additionally, this comprehensive volume provides detailed listings of Laughton's miscellaneous shorts and feature films, abandoned film projects, amateur and professional stage appearances, select radio broadcasts, television broadcasts, and audio recordings. Appendices offer further insights into the studios, performers, and cinematographers behind the Laughton films, adding depth and richness to this already remarkable exploration.

Weight: 408g
Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781476670898